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Hello to All, I am still working to finish my 1970 Sea Ray SRV 190 with mercruiser 165. I was curious as to anyone that might know what kind of performance this combo will put forth when running properly. Top speed and handling, I know I have a very old and rare to still be running boat here and...

Help, I posted a week ago in the regular Sea Ray Forum about my problem, So far, no responses. I will try here since I am working on my Classic Sea Ray SRV 190 W/Mercrusier 165 With Pre Alpha O/D. The trim motor runs fine It will raise the O/D no matter which buttons you push and it will not...

Hello, My pre-alpha outdrive will go up fine. Trim motor runs fine, battery has 12.80 volts, have checked fluid level it's about half full with the drive all the way up. I have checked wiring, all looks good. Note purple/white and blue wires are connected as interlock switch is bypassed...

Hello To All, I have recently replaced the engine in my 1970 Sea Ray SRV 190 with Mercrusier 165 inline 6 With pre Alpha outdirve. Since I have never ran the boat [project boat had blown engine], I am not familar with normal or abnormal noises. The engine runs fine has 20 PSI oil pressure at...

Hello, I have a 1970 Sea Ray SRV 190 with the Mercrusier 165 inline cylinder thats all stock. The problem is number #6 cylinder is taking on water. Removed all sparkplugs today and turned over the engine, There was a geyser of water from the rear cylinder #6. Now, I had just hooked up the water...

Just replaced impeller and all seals in outdrive. had engine running in large container of water. started and ran fine first time, shut down after 2 to 3 minutes. checked for leaks found none. Restarted engine, sounded like it was hydra-locked, shut down checked, pulled plugs had water in...

Hello, Working on my 1970 SRV 190 with Mercrusier 165HP Alpha I outdrive. I have lube on the shaft and splines as well as the upper drive housing and seal. I am using a chain hoist, I guided the drive shaft and got it started {O/D is of course engaged in forward.} The O/Drive slides in but...

Hello Again all the info this time. Trying to remove First genneration outdrive, I beleive it to be a Alhpa I. Have engine removed. Drive is in forward position. Removed trim cylinders. Loosened exhaust boot, Water supply hose clamp and gimbel Boot. Removed all 6 locking nuts. Am I missing...

Help Needed, I am installing new engine in my old S/R and trying to remove the outdrive. I already pulled the other engine out. I am removing the outdrive so as to align the engine/driveshaft properly. I have removed the trim cylinders and all six of the locking nuts and the exhaust boot...

Well, I have many years as an auto mechanic, I need to R&R the engine in my boat this is a 165 Mercrusier 250 cubic inch inline six. I do have a replacement already. Just not sure other than I need to build an A-Frame to lift the engine out, that I have a good idea of what I need. Any special...

Ok, I need to find a schematic or wiring diagram for my old Sea Ray. The wiring is a mess, I would purchase a harness if I could find one that's not as bad as mine. I have searched online with little or no luck. I have many years as an auto mechanic and have built Late model Race cars so wiring...

Good Morning, The fuel tank in my 190 is mounted in the bow, Does anyone know what the tank is made of? I beleive it to to be aluminum. Question is , whats the best way to clean out the tank? when I removed the carburator to rebuild it I found all kinds of white corrosion in it. Also it plugged...

OK, So, It's 41 years old, Pre-Brunswick take-over at Sea Ray!! I know its rough right now but, I don't have any monthly payments.... So, heres the boat. I respect any and all comments or suggestions. The Hull and Gelcoat are in good condition. Basic white, needs interior, engine cover and some...

Hello to All, Just picked up a 1970 Sea Ray SRV 190 I beleive? If Anyone Can break down the HIN Here It is 7019010346? Seems to be in good overall shape. Engine runs on carb cleaner needs a new fuel pump, Oh, sorry getting ahead of myself. Boat is white in color, Has white seats, Wood grain on...